Warehouse ventilation

Order design and installation of warehouse ventilation

ABL Engineering Group carries out a full cycle of work – from technical calculations and creation of design documentation to installation, commissioning and maintenance of ventilation systems at warehouse facilities of any scale. Over the years, the company’s engineering team has commissioned 40+ facilities: production complexes, logistics terminals, distribution centers. Each solution is developed individually – specialists take into account the category of stored products, thermal loads, air exchange rates and the requirements of regulatory authorities.

Ventilation system design

Design begins with a detailed calculation of air exchange: PTO engineers (the department is headed by Lyubov Ivanovna Korzhuk) analyze the volume of the room, sources of air pollution, humidity conditions and fire standards. At the end, the customer receives a complete set of working documentation – a diagram of the air ducts, equipment specifications and approval from regulatory authorities.

• Individual calculation— we take into account the specifics of the warehouse: chemicals, dust, excess moisture, heat emissions.
• Scheme development— axonometry of the air duct network, arrangement of supply and exhaust devices, valves and filters.
• Documentation approval— we accompany the project at all stages of the examination, observing the norms of SNiP and GOST.
• Creating a Specification— selection of equipment of our own production or certified suppliers with an optimal ratio of power and energy consumption.

Installation and installation of equipment

Installation is carried out by 25 of our own teams – without subcontracting. Specialists install supply and exhaust systems, duct fans, air ducts and filter units strictly according to the approved scheme. After completion of the work, the engineer carries out commissioning: adjusts the balancing of the network, checks how the automatic control works, and sets up modes for maintaining the specified microclimate parameters.

1. Preparation of routes and installation structures.
2. Installation of air ducts, fans and filters.
3. Connection of automatic control and adjustment systems.
4. Commissioning – checking air exchange, maintaining design temperature and humidity levels.
5. Transfer of as-built documentation and staff training.

Using our own installation resources allows us to meet agreed deadlines even at large sites. The system operates normally from the first day of operation.

Own production of equipment

The production of ABL Engineering Group is located in Temirtau: two workshops with a total area of more than 1000 m², a CNC machine park. Head of Production and Supply Alexey Aleksandrovich Korzhuk controls every stage of production – from metal cutting to final quality control. This eliminates dependence on third-party suppliers, reduces delivery times and allows the production of non-standard elements for a specific object.

How to order: send a request – an ABL Engineering Group engineer will contact you, clarify the warehouse parameters and prepare a commercial proposal with calculation of air exchange and preliminary cost of work. We work throughout Kazakhstan: Almaty, Astana, Temirtau, Shymkent, Aktobe and other regions.

Ensuring effective air exchange and maintaining the microclimate in the warehouse

Properly organized air exchange is the basis for product safety and safe work of personnel. Insufficient air exchange rate inside a warehouse building leads to the accumulation of moisture, condensation, overheating and degradation of stored materials. ABL Engineering Group engineers design warehouse ventilation systems taking into account the actual volume of premises, thermal loads, the nature of storage and the requirements of regulatory documents – SN RK 4.02-105-2014 and current GOSTs on the microclimate of industrial premises.

The calculation of the required air exchange rate is carried out individually: the area and height of the building, fire hazard category, type of product and permissible climatic deviations are taken into account. The supply of fresh air and removal of exhaust air is calculated so that temperatures in the working area remain within the normal range all year round – regardless of seasonal changes characteristic of the climate of Kazakhstan.

• Maintaining microclimate— stable temperature and humidity indoors prevent damage to materials and goods sensitive to climatic fluctuations.
• Estimated air exchange rate— the volume of supplied air complies with SNiP standards and sanitary requirements, which is confirmed by the design documentation.
• Comfortable working conditions— standardized air parameters ensure the performance and safety of personnel throughout the entire shift.
• Storage protection— controlled air exchange prevents the formation of condensation on shelving and floors, extending the service life of both equipment and products.

The systems implemented by the ABL Engineering Group team at more than 40+ facilities are based on the principle of balance: the exhaust volume corresponds to the volume of supply air, and the automation maintains the specified microclimate parameters without constant operator participation. The head of the technical department, Korzhuk Lyubov Ivanovna, and the Technical Department engineer, Alexander Aleksandrovich Semenok, monitor the compliance of each project with regulatory documents at the stage of technical specifications – before the start of installation.

Important: The air exchange rate for fire hazard category A and B warehouses is standardized separately and requires approval from the fire inspection authorities. ABL Engineering Group accompanies this process as part of a comprehensive design.

The result of well-designed warehouse ventilation is a stable microclimate inside the building, compliance with all requirements of regulatory documents and comfortable conditions both for the storage of materials and products, and for the work of personnel. It is this approach that distinguishes a professional engineering solution from a standard selection of equipment without calculations.

Reducing the risks of non-compliance and emergency situations

A warehouse without proper ventilation is not just a nuisance. This is accumulationharmful substances in the air, uncontrolledrisk fires when working with flammable materials, progressivepollution air environment and inevitable claims from regulatory authorities. ABL Engineering Group designs and installs warehouse ventilation systems in strict accordance with the requirements of SNiP and GOST, excludinginconsistencies regulatory framework even at the stage of technical specifications.

Each facility undergoes an engineering audit: VET specialists evaluatestate air environment, fix zonesincreased concentrations of pollutants and calculate the air exchange rate taking into account real thermal and chemical loads. This allows you to exclude in advanceemergency-situations associated with overheating of equipment or a critical drop in air quality.

• Dust and suspended particles. Removal abrasive and organicdust and is provided through calculated exhaust systems with filtration.Not enough a powerful hood is a direct path to equipment breakdown and occupational illnesses among personnel.
• Condensation and excess humidity. Condensation on structures and racks – a consequenceredundant moisture and improper air flow distribution.Education condensation accelerates the corrosion of metal structures and provokes the growth of mold, which is critical when storing food and pharmaceutical cargo.
• Elevated temperature and thermal loads. Without settlementpromotion frequency of air exchange in zonesincreased thermal load, the warehouse turns into a source of heat stroke for workers andlosses heat sensitive products.
• Hazardous gases and chemical pollutants. In warehouses with fuels and lubricants, paints and varnishes or fertilizersdeletion dangerous gas mixtures are a prerequisite for fire and sanitary safety. The system is designed taking into account explosion hazard classes and safety standards.

Work independencies from random decisions – installation “by analogy” without a project – greatly increases the likelihood of fines and regulations. ABL Engineering Group provides the customer with a complete package of as-built documentation: design, hidden work certificates, equipment certificates. This eliminates questions during any checks and eliminates financiallosses related to the forced shutdown of the warehouse.

Official guarantees and service. After the system is put into operation, ABL Engineering Group provides scheduled maintenance and prompt troubleshooting using its own installation teams – without the involvement of subcontractors and without delays critical to the continuous operation of the warehouse.

Compliance with regulatory documents (SNiP, GOST) is not a formality, but the engineering basis of each project. The head of the technical department, Korzhuk Lyubov Ivanovna, and the technical department engineer, Semenok Alexander Aleksandrovich, monitor the compliance of design solutions with the current editions of the standards at all stages – from calculation to commissioning of the facility. The result: ABL Engineering Group’s warehouse ventilation systems do not give rise to regulations and do not require expensive modifications after commissioning.

How the work works: design, installation and maintenance of ventilation systems

ABL Engineering Group builds work according to a clear engineering cycle – without breaks between stages and without transferring the facility to third-party contractors. Each warehouse receives an individual solution: from the initial calculation of air exchange to the final act of putting the system into operation. Below is exactly how this process is organized.

1. Technical examination and calculation. Technical Department engineers (including Alexander Aleksandrovich Semenok) visit the site, record the geometry of the premises, thermal loads, the nature of the stored products and microclimate requirements. Based on the measurements, the air exchange rate is calculated in accordance with the current SNiP and GOST standards. High humidity, condensation, dust and potentially harmful substances are taken into account – everything that affects the choice of equipment.
2. Ventilation system design. The head of the technical department, Lyubov Ivanovna Korzhuk, controls the development of design documentation: air duct diagrams, specifications of fans, filters and valves, calculation tables of power and air flow speed. The project undergoes internal testing for compliance with sanitary, hygienic and fire requirements. If necessary, coordination with supervisory authorities.
3. Production and completion of equipment. Our own plant in Temirtau (2 workshops with a total area of more than 1000 m², CNC machine park) produces air ducts, housing elements and non-standard components for a specific object. This eliminates dependence on the deadlines of external suppliers and ensures quality control at each processing stage.
4. Professional installation. Our own installation teams install supply and exhaust systems, duct fans, air purification filters and automatic valves. Installation is carried out according to the approved scheme without deviations. Head of Production Alexey Alexandrovich Korzhuk coordinates equipment logistics and compliance with technological regulations.
5. Commissioning and acceptance. After installation, specialists regulate air exchange, check actual parameters against design parameters, and eliminate deviations. The system is transferred to the customer with a full set of as-built documentation.

Maintenance and repair of ventilation systems

Professional installation is only the beginning of the equipment life cycle. Without regular maintenance, even a properly designed system loses efficiency: filters become clogged, fan bearings wear out, and air duct seals are compromised. ABL Engineering Group offers maintenance of installed systems – scheduled and upon request.

As part of scheduled maintenance, engineers perform:

• cleaning and replacing filters of air purification systems;
• diagnostics of fans, electric drives and automatic valves;
• checking the tightness of air duct networks and eliminating leaks;
• monitoring the actual air exchange rate and comparison with design standards;
• lubrication of moving parts and drawing electrical connections.

Repairs are carried out by the same teams that carried out the installation – specialists know the specific object and do not waste time studying diagrams. Spare parts and consumables are supplied from our own production, which reduces warehouse downtime.

Important: Timely maintenance of the ventilation system is not a cost item, but a risk management tool. Faulty exhaust or supply ventilation in a warehouse with flammable materials or chemicals creates a direct threat to fire safety and violates regulatory requirements, which entails instructions from supervisory authorities and the cessation of operation of the facility.

Over the years of work and more than 40+ specialized facilities, the ABL Engineering Group team has accumulated practice in servicing systems in warehouses of various profiles – from food complexes with strict microclimate requirements to industrial storage facilities with increased thermal loads and the risk of condensation formation. This experience allows you to identify typical points of failure before they lead to an emergency shutdown of equipment.

Cost, terms and commercial conditions for installing warehouse ventilation

Transparent prices and clear deadlines are not a marketing slogan, but the working standard of ABL Engineering Group. We work with industrial facilities of any scale, so each commercial proposal is tailored to a specific warehouse: its area, height, thermal loads, type of stored products and microclimate requirements. The cost is calculated after a technical examination – without abstract price lists or hidden extra charges.

Our own production of equipment at the plant in Temirtau (2 workshops with a total area of over 1000 m², CNC machine park) allows us to eliminate intermediary markups and offer optimal conditions at a price without loss of quality. This is a direct competitive advantage, which is confirmed by 40+ specialized objects over the years of work.

Important: The cost of warehouse ventilation services in Kazakhstan depends on the volume of air exchange, the type of system (supply, exhaust, supply and exhaust with recovery), the length of air ducts and the need for automation. We do not call the price “from” – we call the exact price after calculation.

The deadlines for completing the work are fixed in the contract. Our own installation teams ensure the parallel maintenance of several projects without moving dates. The stages and their duration are agreed upon with the customer at the start, taking into account the warehouse work schedule and logistics restrictions.

Companies that order a comprehensive service package – design, installation and further maintenance – receive priority when planning work and fixed conditions for the entire period of cooperation. This approach is suitable for large logistics complexes, industrial warehouses and distribution centers where downtime is unacceptable.

Official guarantees for work performed and installed equipment are provided in writing and fixed in the contract. Service after delivery of the object is not an option, but part of our standard work model. This reduces customer risk and ensures long-term system efficiency without unexpected costs.

• Transparent estimate– each position is justified, without “other expenses” without decoding.
• Own production— quality control at all stages, optimal production times for non-standard elements.
• Fixed deadlines— specified in the contract and supported by resources from our own installation teams.
• Integrated approach— one contract for design, installation and maintenance without transferring the facility to third-party contractors.
• Official guarantees— written obligations for equipment and work performed.

Guarantees of quality and reliability of warehouse ventilation systems

Warehouse ventilation is an engineering task where the cost of an error is measured not only in money, but also in personnel safety, product safety and compliance with regulatory requirements. ABL Engineering Group builds a quality control system at every stage: from design to facility commissioning and subsequent operation.

The basis of our work is strict compliance with regulatory documents:SNiP 41-01-2003, GOST 12.1.005-88, sanitary and hygienic standards for the microclimate of industrial premises, as well as fire safety requirements. Project documentation is developed in accordance with current standards, agreed upon with supervisory authorities and transferred to the customer in full.

Compliance with norms is not a formality. A warehouse whose ventilation does not meet sanitary and hygienic requirements risks receiving a stop work order. We design systems so that they pass any test from the first presentation.

Portfolio and experience: 40+ specialized objects

Over the years, ABL Engineering Group has implementedmore than 40+ industrial facilities throughout Kazakhstan – warehouses, production workshops, shopping malls, ArcelorMittal facilities. Each completed project is proof that our engineering solutions work in real operating conditions, and not just on paper. Customer reviews and documentation of completed projects are available upon request.

Own production is a guarantee of quality control

Having our own equipment production in Temirtau (2 workshops with a total area of more than 1000 m², CNC machine park) allows us to control the quality at all stages of production. We do not depend on third-party suppliers for key items, which eliminates the risk of replacing approved components with analogues without notifying the customer. This directly affects the reliability of the installed system and its compliance with design parameters.

Engineering team qualifications

Design is carried out by the VET department under the leadership ofKorzhuk Lyubov Ivanovna. Technical control in production and supply are in the area of responsibilityKorzhuk Alexey Vladimirovich. Engineering support for projects and sales –Khasanov Ildar Ildarovich. Prepares calculations and technical documentationSemenok Alexander Alexandrovich, Technical Department engineer. Our own installation teams are specialists with confirmed qualifications who have been trained in fire safety and labor protection requirements.

Official guarantees and service

Upon completion of installation, the customer receives:

• Full package of executive documentation— diagrams, equipment passports, hidden work reports, test reports;
• Official guarantee for work performed and installed equipment – the conditions are fixed in the contract;
• Service during operation – scheduled maintenance, prompt response to faults, replacement of consumables;
• System Compliance— documented compliance with SNiP, GOST and sanitary standards.

The company’s policy stipulates that all work is performed in-house without the involvement of subcontractors at key stages. This eliminates blurring of responsibility and ensures a uniform quality standard at the facility.

ABL Engineering Group works with industrial facilities of any size in the B2B segment. If you are interested in checking the compliance of your existing ventilation system with regulatory requirements or developing a new one, contact our engineers.

Frequently asked questions about warehouse ventilation

Below are the questions that are most often asked by technical specialists and managers of industrial facilities before ordering the design and installation of ventilation systems. The answers were prepared by ABL Engineering Group engineers based on real experience in implementing more than 40+ projects.

What types of ventilation systems are used in warehouses?

The choice of system type is determined by the purpose of the warehouse, the volume of the room, the nature of the stored products and thermal loads. In practice, the following solutions are used:

• Supply and exhaust ventilation— a basic solution that provides organized air exchange: supply air is supplied through air ducts and distribution devices, exhaust air is removed by exhaust fans through openings in the roof or walls.
• Duct systems with filters– used where air purification from dust and contaminants is required. Filters are built into air ducts and are maintained according to regulations.
• Heat recovery systems— heat recuperators return up to 75–85% of the thermal energy of the exhaust air, reducing the load on electric heating elements and reducing operating costs.
• Air conditioning and chillers— used in warehouses with strict storage temperature requirements: pharmaceuticals, electronics, food products. Chillers provide stable cooling at high heat loads.
• Automatic control systems— integrated with valves, CO₂ and temperature sensors, allowing you to adjust the speed and power of fans depending on the current air parameters in the room.

How is the required air exchange calculated?

Air exchange calculations are carried out by engineers based on the regulatory requirements of SNiP and GOST, taking into account the area and height of the warehouse, the frequency of air exchange, heat and humidity loads, as well as the presence of harmful substances or dust in the air. For most warehouses, the normalized multiplicity ranges from 2 to 6 volumes per hour – the exact value is determined by calculations for a specific facility. ABL Engineering Group specialists perform calculations at the stage of technical specifications, before the start of design.

What standards regulate the ventilation of warehouses?

The design and installation of ventilation systems in industrial warehouses is regulated by the following documents:

• SNiP RK 4.02-42 – ventilation and air conditioning systems;
• GOST 12.1.005 – sanitary and hygienic requirements for air in the working area;
• fire safety standards – requirements for smoke removal and emergency ventilation;
• sanitary standards for the microclimate of production and warehouse premises.

All technical documentation developed by ABL Engineering Group complies with current regulatory requirements and is approved in the prescribed manner.

How is the removal of harmful substances and dust ensured?

In warehouses with increased dust generation or storage of chemically active materials, local exhaust ventilation systems are designed with the installation of filters on the air ducts. The air flow speed and fan power are selected so that the concentration of harmful substances does not exceed the maximum permissible values ​​according to GOST. If necessary, automatic emergency valves are installed that are activated when the threshold values ​​of the sensors are exceeded.

Is it possible to order a full package – from design to service?

Yes. ABL Engineering Group implements a full engineering cycle: calculation and design, selection and production of equipment at its own production in Temirtau, installation by its own teams, commissioning and subsequent service. This approach eliminates gaps between stages and allows quality control at every stage – from the air distribution diagram to the final check of networks under load.

What guarantees are provided for the work performed?

Warranty obligations are fixed in the contract and apply to both installation work and equipment of our own production. Specific warranty periods are agreed upon individually depending on the composition of the system and operating conditions. After installation is completed, the client receives a complete set of as-built documentation.

How quickly can a ventilation system be installed in a warehouse?

The installation time depends on the area of the facility, the complexity of the air duct layout and the readiness of the building structures. Using our own equipment allows us to reduce the waiting time for components. The exact terms are determined at the stage of the commercial proposal and are fixed in the contract.

What should you consider when storing different types of products?

Different groups of products have fundamentally different microclimate requirements. For example, food warehouses require tight temperature and humidity control to prevent condensation and product spoilage. Warehouses for paints and varnishes or chemicals require enhanced exhaust ventilation and explosion-proof equipment. ABL Engineering Group engineers take into account the specifics of stored products already at the technical specification stage, selecting optimal devices and operating modes of the system.